Also known as: Osahene Afenyo-Markin · Mr. Afenyo-Markin · Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin · Osahen Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin · Minority Leader Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin
Minority Leader in Parliament representing the NPP, involved in defamation suit against Ghana Gold Board CEO and leading opposition scrutiny of Mahama administration.
… Addressing a news conference in Accra, the Minority Leader and Member of Parliament for Effutu, Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin, said the Caucus would support efforts aimed at alleviating the suffering of thousands of affected residents, provided every cedi allocated under the in …
The Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin, has called on members of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) to remain united as the party works towards recapturing power in the 2028 general elections. …
… The Minority Leader, Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin, Deputy Minority Leader, Patricia Appiagyei, Minority Chief Whip, Frank Annor-Dompreh, First Deputy Whip, Habib Iddrisu, and Second Deputy Whip, Jerry Ahmed Shaib have been praised for driving the initiative. …
… He further commended the Minority Leader, Osahen Alexander Afenyo-Markin, for sponsoring the parliamentary training programme, saying it enhances MPs’ capacity and exposes them to international best practices in governance and public service. …
… He further commended the Minority Leader, Osahen Alexander Afenyo-Markin, for sponsoring the parliamentary training programme, saying it enhances MPs’ capacity and exposes them to international best practices in governance and public service. …
… In a statement issued on Wednesday, June 4, 2026 Minority Leader Osahen Alexander Afenyo-Markin and the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) Minority Caucus sought to draw a hard line between their party’s position on the LGBTQ+ Bill and what they describe as the NDC’s dramatic r …
… In a press statement issued on June 4, Minority Leader Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin reiterated the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) unwavering opposition to LGBTQ+ practices and accused the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC) of abandoning the position it strongly champion …
The Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin, has accused senior figures within the ruling NDC government of abandoning governance for an early succession contest, warning that the growing race to replace President John Dramani Mahama is distracting minister …
The solicitor for Osahen Alexander Afenyo-Markin, who filed a defamation suit against Ghana Gold Board CEO Samuel Adu Gyamfi at the High Court in Accra on August 24, 2026, has stated the writ was duly served on Ayine & Partners law firm after they indicated authority to accept service. However, the law firm returned the writ on August 27, 2026, claiming their client had changed his mind, and when the court bailiff attempted personal service at Gyamfi's office, he refused to accept the writ.
The solicitor for Osahen Alexander Afenyo-Markin, who filed a defamation suit against Ghana Gold Board CEO Samuel Adu Gyamfi at the High Court in Accra on August 24, 2026, has stated the writ was duly served on Ayine & Partners law firm after they indicated authority to accept service. However, the law firm returned the writ on August 27, 2026, claiming their client had changed his mind, and when the court bailiff attempted personal service at Gyamfi's office, he refused to accept the writ.
James Agalga, NDC Member of Parliament for Builsa North, has officially assumed office as the new Majority Leader following the appointment of former Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga as Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs. Agalga pledged to adopt a consensus-driven approach, prioritising consultation and compromise with the Minority Caucus to ensure Parliament effectively discharges its responsibilities and accomplishes the President's Reset Agenda.
Mahama Ayariga, the outgoing Majority Leader and Minister-designate for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, described Minority Leader Osahen Alexander Afenyo-Markin as a man of honesty, fortitude and integrity during his ministerial vetting before Parliament's Appointments Committee, acknowledging the Minority Leader's assertive parliamentary interventions while noting his commitment to scrutinising government business.
During his parliamentary vetting as Minister-designate for Local Government, Chieftaincy, and Religious Affairs, Mahama Ayariga praised Minority Leader Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin as a person of integrity and honesty, saying he values their friendship despite their opposing political roles and one and a half years of working together in Parliament.
Hundreds of NPP members, allied parties, civil society organisations and concerned citizens marched through Accra protesting what they described as threats to constitutional democracy, judicial independence and the rule of law under President Mahama's administration. The Minority Leader formally presented petitions to Jubilee House and the Supreme Court alleging selective justice, political intimidation and undermining of democratic institutions.
Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin, the Minority Leader in Parliament, has criticised the NDC Government over "executive incompetence, majority tyranny, and a timid judiciary," saying the Republic is "not in safe hands." He called for parliamentary inquiries into June floods that killed 34 people, a military helicopter crash, and a Ghana Armed Forces recruitment exercise in which at least six young women reportedly died, and criticised the government's economic policy.
The Minority Leader in Parliament alleged that President Mahama possesses knowledge of individuals engaged in illegal mining and challenged the Attorney-General to obtain a formal statement from the President as evidence of commitment to fighting galamsey. Afenyo-Markin cited the President's March address to Organised Labour in which Mahama acknowledged that members of his political tradition were involved in illegal mining activities.
The Parliamentary Minority has declared NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi-Boasiako (Wontumi) a "political prisoner" following his High Court conviction, alleging selective justice and constitutional breaches, including that judgment was delivered in the absence of his lead counsel. The Minority vowed to use parliamentary and constitutional avenues to challenge the verdict while stating it supports prosecution of illegal mining and does not seek immunity based on political affiliation.
The Minority Caucus in Parliament has objected to the 20-year prison sentence handed down to NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi-Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi) on two counts under the Minerals and Mining Act, alleging procedural irregularities including denial of counsel and selective prosecution, and vowing to appeal to higher courts.
The New Patriotic Party United States branch will hold its 2026 Branch Delegates Conference from July 24–26 in Westborough, Massachusetts, where delegates will elect a new national executive team and discuss policy and strategy ahead of Ghana's 2028 general elections.
Parliament's Minority says it will support the government's GH¢300 million emergency assistance for flood victims, but demands strict parliamentary scrutiny to ensure transparency and accountability. The Minority Leader noted that while relief is necessary, it cannot replace long-term flood control measures, and urged government to move beyond sympathy to prevent future disasters.
The NPP's Minority Leader has urged party members to remain united and disciplined as the party prepares to challenge for power in 2028, while accusing the governing NDC of failing to deliver on campaign promises.
The New Patriotic Party's legislators are participating in a "Mastering Parliamentary Excellence" training programme in the United Kingdom, the third such capacity-building initiative abroad. The programme aims to sharpen legislative performance, improve policy analysis, strengthen constituency engagement, and deepen party organization.
A delegation of Minority Caucus MPs met Ghana's High Commissioner to Canada to discuss national development priorities, diaspora welfare, and Ghana–Canada relations. The MPs, on a capacity-building programme, explored challenges facing Ghanaian communities abroad and avenues for deepening bilateral cooperation.
A delegation of Members of Parliament from the Minority Caucus met with Ghana's High Commissioner to Canada to discuss national development priorities, diaspora welfare, and Ghana–Canada relations. The MPs, on a capacity-building programme in Canada, explored issues affecting Ghanaians living abroad and avenues for strengthening cooperation between the two countries.
Ghana's NPP Minority Caucus has criticized the NDC administration for what it calls political insincerity on the amended Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, accusing the ruling party of reversing its previous opposition to amendments when it was in opposition.
Ghana's parliamentary Minority Caucus has called for the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, passed unanimously by the 8th Parliament in 2024, to be reintroduced in its original form and sent to President John Mahama for assent, accusing the governing NDC of abandoning a position it championed while in opposition.
An opinion piece describes Minority Leader Osahen Alexander Afenyo-Markin as a rare political figure whose influence extends beyond his parliamentary title, emphasizing his loyalty to allies and supporters through difficult moments.
Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin, Minority Leader in Parliament, has accused senior NDC government figures of abandoning governance to position themselves for the 2028 presidential succession race, claiming the competition is distracting ministers from addressing pressing national crises and worsening economic hardships. He cited concerns raised even by the President's Executive Secretary about the early succession campaign.
Mahama Ayariga, the Bawku MP and Majority Leader, defended the current NDC administration's economic stewardship in Parliament, arguing Ghana is experiencing one of its fastest economic recoveries and has stabilized after what he characterized as mismanagement under the previous NPP government.
Samuel Jinapor, Ranking Member on Parliament's Foreign Affairs Committee, has criticised the continued detention of Kwame Baffoe (Abronye DC), warning that the criminal justice system must not be used to suppress political opposition or public commentary, and arguing that bail should not be used as a punitive measure.
The New Patriotic Party has petitioned Ghana's diplomatic community alleging that the Mahama administration is weaponising state institutions against political opponents, journalists, and critics, warning that the country is returning to a "culture of silence" through fear and politically motivated prosecutions.
Minority Leader Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin has accused President John Dramani Mahama of resurrecting Ghana's abolished criminal libel regime through the prosecution of NPP Bono Regional Chairman Kwame Baffoe (Abronye DC), who was arraigned on charges of offensive conduct and publication of false news stemming from a social media video criticising a Circuit Court judge. Afenyo-Markin described the arrest and prosecution as unconstitutional, a threat to free speech and democracy, and "state-sponsored political persecution."
Minority Leader Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin has condemned the arrest and prosecution of Bono Regional Chairman Kwame Baffoe (Abronye DC), calling it "state-sponsored political persecution" by President John Dramani Mahama's government. Abronye DC was arraigned on May 13, 2026, on charges of offensive conduct and publication of false news stemming from comments criticizing a Circuit Court judge's conduct and impartiality.
Osahen Alexander Afenyo-Markin, the Minority Leader in Parliament, has criticised EOCO Executive Director Raymond Archer for lacking professionalism and making the institution excessively personalised and emotionally driven, contrasting his management style unfavourably with that of other state investigative agencies like the DNI and CID.